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Weight - Dimensions

Air Transat carry on and checked baggage allowance

Air Transat’s baggage allowance

Carry-on 
  • 1 bag per person (no fee)
  • Dimension: 23 x 40 x 51 cm (9 x 16 x 20 in) (including wheels and handles)
Each passenger is entitled to one piece of hand luggage and a personal item which are both subject to size restrictions. The hand luggage must be light enough for the passenger to store in the upper luggage compartment without assistance. The personal item should be placed under the seat in front of the passenger.
 
Personal items 
Handbag or briefcase, camera bag, laptop computer bag, bag of items from the duty-free shop, wedding dress, sports bag or equipment (e.g. squash, badminton racquet).  
  • 1 per person (no fee)
  • Dimension: 43 x 25 x 10 cm (17.7 x 10 x 4 in)
For information on liquids, gels and/or aerosols restrictions, please refer to Restricted and Prohibited items. 

Smoking materials:
  • 1 lighter per passenger, packed in the allowable 1 plastic bag per passenger (due to liquid content). No lighters in checked baggage.
  • 1 book of matches per passenger, carried only on your person.
  • Electronic cigarettes: stowed unused in carry-on baggage at all times. Carriage in checked baggage is prohibited.
  • Gun lighters, lighters shaped like grenades, lighter with unabsorbed liquid fuel, torch lighters are not permitted in carry-on and checked baggage.
  • Specific country restrictions may also apply.

You may carry Epi-Pens or hypodermic needles only for personal medical use. The needle guard must be in place and the needle must be accompanied by the medication in its original labeled container or with a signed doctor's certificate.

  • Weight : 23 kg (fees apply to Eco Budget) 
  • Length + width + height must not exceed 158 cm (62 in)
Select your destination to consult prices for checked baggage, excess baggage fees and other baggage details.

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Baggage fees, maximum weight and number of bags allowed

 

 

Flight bookings

FLIGHT ONLY
Pieces of baggage ECO BUDGET ECO STANDARD & ECO FLEX CLUB CLASS
First baggage 23 kg, $30/$352 23 kg, included 25 kg, included
Second baggage1 23 kg, $45/$603 Eco Standard: 23 kg, $45/$603
Eco Flex: 23 kg, included		 25 kg, included
Additional baggage (each)1 23 kg, $225 23 kg, $225 25 kg, $225
OPTION PLUS - FLIGHT ONLY
Pieces of baggage ECO BUDGET ECO STANDARD & ECO FLEX
First baggage   23 kg, included   23 kg, included
Second baggage1   23 kg, $45/$603   23 kg, included
Additional baggage (each)1   23 kg, $225   23 kg, $225

 

 

Package bookings

TRANSAT PACKAGES
Pieces of baggage ECONOMY CLASS CLUB CLASS
First baggage   23 kg, included   25 kg, included
Second baggage1   23 kg, $45/$603   25 kg, included
Additional baggage (each)1   23 kg, $225   25 kg, $225
OPTION PLUS - TRANSAT PACKAGES
Pieces of baggage  PACKAGES
First baggage   23 kg, included
Second baggage1   23 kg, included
Additional baggage (each)1   23 kg, $225

1Additional pieces of checked baggage (in addition to the allowance included in the fare class) are subject to space availability; prepayment does not guarantee they will be accepted on board.
2Prices for the first piece of checked baggage vary between $30 if prepaid and $35 if paid within 24 hours of departure.
3Prices for the second piece of checked baggage vary between $45 if prepaid and $60 if paid within 24 hours of departure.
Prices and weights indicated are valid per flight segment. Applicable taxes are not included.

More details about checked baggage

If your checked baggage exceeds the allowed size and/or weight, additional fees will apply.

Oversized baggage

A checked bag can be up to 158 cm in linear dimensions (length + width + height). If your bag exceeds this size (up to a maximum of 292 cm), an additional fee of CA $100 (US $100 / €80 / £65) will apply.
 

Overweight baggage

A checked bag can weigh up to:

  • Economy Class: 23 kg (all destinations)
  • Club Class: 25 kg for the South, USA and within Canada; 32 kg for Europe (two checked bags allowed)

If your bag exceeds the allowed weight (up to a maximum of 32 kg), an additional fee of CA $100 (US $100 / €80 / £65) will apply.

If a piece of baggage is both oversized and overweight, both fees will apply. Please note that you cannot prepay for oversized or overweight bags; you must pay for these at the airport.
 

Cargo

If your bag measures more than 292 cm and weighs more than 32 kg, please contact our Cargo department Will open in a separate browser window.
 

Other details

Please take a moment to review the contents of your luggage, as some items may be restricted and pose a potential hazard on board the aircraft.

Fragile or perishable items will not be accepted in checked baggage. These items include:

  • Medication or medical devices
  • Currency
  • Jewellery
  • Silverware
  • Electronics
  • Laptop computers
  • Personal audio/video devices
  • Marketable securities
  • Business samples
  • Other valuables (other than clothing)
    Any such items declared or found in checked baggage shall be subject to removal prior to the baggage in question being accepted for carriage by the Carrier.

The Carrier shall not be liable for damage to fragile, valuable or perishable items where such damage resulted from the inherent defect, quality, or vice of the item in question. Unsuitably or inadequately packed items will be accepted at the Carrier’s discretion and, where accepted, compensation may be denied as a result of the aforementioned factors. The Carrier assumes no liability for the delay in delivery of any perishable items accepted as checked baggage unless it has failed to take all reasonable measures to avoid such delay.
See Liability limitations below.

Baggage fees, maximum weight and number of bags allowed

 

 

Flight bookings

FLIGHT ONLY
Pieces of baggage ECO BUDGET ECO STANDARD & ECO FLEX CLUB CLASS
First baggage 23 kg, €25/€302 23 kg, included 25 kg, included
Second baggage1 23 kg, €35/€503 Eco Standard: 23 kg, €35/€503
Eco Flex: 23 kg, included		 25 kg, included
Additional baggage (each)1 23 kg, €180 23 kg, €180 25 kg, €180
OPTION PLUS - FLIGHT ONLY
Pieces of baggage ECO BUDGET ECO STANDARD & ECO FLEX
First baggage   23 kg, included   23 kg, included
Second baggage1   23 kg, €35/€503   23 kg, included
Additional baggage (each)1   23 kg, €180   23 kg, €180

 

 

Package bookings

TRANSAT PACKAGES
Pieces of baggage ECONOMY CLASS CLUB CLASS
First baggage   23 kg, included   25 kg, included
Second baggage1   23 kg, €35/€503   25 kg, included
Additional baggage (each)1   23 kg, €180   25 kg, €180
OPTION PLUS - TRANSAT PACKAGES
Pieces of baggage  PACKAGES
First baggage   23 kg, included
Second baggage1   23 kg, included
Additional baggage (each)1   23 kg, €180

1Additional pieces of checked baggage (in addition to the allowance included in the fare class) are subject to space availability; prepayment does not guarantee they will be accepted on board.
2Prices for the first piece of checked baggage vary between €25 if prepaid and €30 if paid within 24 hours of departure.
3Prices for the second piece of checked baggage vary between €35 if prepaid and €50 if paid within 24 hours of departure.
Prices and weights indicated are valid per flight segment. Applicable taxes are not included.

More details about checked baggage

If your checked baggage exceeds the allowed size and/or weight, additional fees will apply.

Oversized baggage

A checked bag can be up to 158 cm in linear dimensions (length + width + height). If your bag exceeds this size (up to a maximum of 292 cm), an additional fee of CA $100 (US $100 / €80 / £65) will apply.
 

Overweight baggage

A checked bag can weigh up to:

  • Economy Class: 23 kg (all destinations)
  • Club Class: 25 kg for the South, USA and within Canada; 32 kg for Europe (two checked bags allowed)

If your bag exceeds the allowed weight (up to a maximum of 32 kg), an additional fee of CA $100 (US $100 / €80 / £65) will apply.

If a piece of baggage is both oversized and overweight, both fees will apply. Please note that you cannot prepay for oversized or overweight bags; you must pay for these at the airport.
 

Cargo

If your bag measures more than 292 cm and weighs more than 32 kg, please contact our Cargo department Will open in a separate browser window.
 

Other details

Please take a moment to review the contents of your luggage, as some items may be restricted and pose a potential hazard on board the aircraft.

Fragile or perishable items will not be accepted in checked baggage. These items include:

  • Medication or medical devices
  • Currency
  • Jewellery
  • Silverware
  • Electronics
  • Laptop computers
  • Personal audio/video devices
  • Marketable securities
  • Business samples
  • Other valuables (other than clothing)
    Any such items declared or found in checked baggage shall be subject to removal prior to the baggage in question being accepted for carriage by the Carrier.

The Carrier shall not be liable for damage to fragile, valuable or perishable items where such damage resulted from the inherent defect, quality, or vice of the item in question. Unsuitably or inadequately packed items will be accepted at the Carrier’s discretion and, where accepted, compensation may be denied as a result of the aforementioned factors. The Carrier assumes no liability for the delay in delivery of any perishable items accepted as checked baggage unless it has failed to take all reasonable measures to avoid such delay.
See Liability limitations below.

Baggage fees, maximum weight and number of bags allowed

 

 

Flight bookings

FLIGHT ONLY
Pieces of baggage ECO BUDGET ECO STANDARD & ECO FLEX CLUB CLASS
First baggage 23 kg, $30/$352 23 kg, included 25 kg, included
Second baggage1 23 kg, $45/$603 Eco Standard: 23 kg, $45/$603
Eco Flex: 23 kg, included		 25 kg, included
Additional baggage (each)1 23 kg, $225 23 kg, $225 25 kg, $225
OPTION PLUS - FLIGHT ONLY
Pieces of baggage ECO BUDGET ECO STANDARD & ECO FLEX
First baggage   23 kg, included   23 kg, included
Second baggage1   23 kg, $45/$603   23 kg, included
Additional baggage (each)1   23 kg, $225   23 kg, $225

 

 

Package bookings

TRANSAT PACKAGES
Pieces of baggage ECONOMY CLASS CLUB CLASS
First baggage   23 kg, included   25 kg, included
Second baggage1   23 kg, $45/$603   25 kg, included
Additional baggage (each)1   23 kg, $225   25 kg, $225
OPTION PLUS - TRANSAT PACKAGES
Pieces of baggage  PACKAGES
First baggage   23 kg, included
Second baggage1   23 kg, included
Additional baggage (each)1   23 kg, $225

1Additional pieces of checked baggage (in addition to the allowance included in the fare class) are subject to space availability; prepayment does not guarantee they will be accepted on board.
2Prices for the first piece of checked baggage vary between $30 if prepaid and $35 if paid within 24 hours of departure.
3Prices for the second piece of checked baggage vary between $45 if prepaid and $60 if paid within 24 hours of departure.
Prices and weights indicated are valid per flight segment. Applicable taxes are not included.

More details about checked baggage

If your checked baggage exceeds the allowed size and/or weight, additional fees will apply.

Oversized baggage

A checked bag can be up to 158 cm in linear dimensions (length + width + height). If your bag exceeds this size (up to a maximum of 292 cm), an additional fee of CA $100 (US $100 / €80 / £65) will apply.
 

Overweight baggage

A checked bag can weigh up to:

  • Economy Class: 23 kg (all destinations)
  • Club Class: 25 kg for the South, USA and within Canada; 32 kg for Europe (two checked bags allowed)

If your bag exceeds the allowed weight (up to a maximum of 32 kg), an additional fee of CA $100 (US $100 / €80 / £65) will apply.

If a piece of baggage is both oversized and overweight, both fees will apply. Please note that you cannot prepay for oversized or overweight bags; you must pay for these at the airport.
 

Cargo

If your bag measures more than 292 cm and weighs more than 32 kg, please contact our Cargo department Will open in a separate browser window.
 

Other details

Please take a moment to review the contents of your luggage, as some items may be restricted and pose a potential hazard on board the aircraft.

Fragile or perishable items will not be accepted in checked baggage. These items include:

  • Medication or medical devices
  • Currency
  • Jewellery
  • Silverware
  • Electronics
  • Laptop computers
  • Personal audio/video devices
  • Marketable securities
  • Business samples
  • Other valuables (other than clothing)
    Any such items declared or found in checked baggage shall be subject to removal prior to the baggage in question being accepted for carriage by the Carrier.

The Carrier shall not be liable for damage to fragile, valuable or perishable items where such damage resulted from the inherent defect, quality, or vice of the item in question. Unsuitably or inadequately packed items will be accepted at the Carrier’s discretion and, where accepted, compensation may be denied as a result of the aforementioned factors. The Carrier assumes no liability for the delay in delivery of any perishable items accepted as checked baggage unless it has failed to take all reasonable measures to avoid such delay.
See Liability limitations below.

Baggage fees, maximum weight and number of bags allowed

 

 

Flight bookings

FLIGHT ONLY
Pieces of baggage ECO BUDGET ECO STANDARD & ECO FLEX CLUB CLASS
First baggage 23 kg, £20/£252 23 kg, included 25 kg, included
Second baggage1 23 kg, £30/£403 Eco Standard: 23 kg, £30/£403
Eco Flex: 23 kg, included		 25 kg, included
Additional baggage (each)1 23 kg, £150 23 kg, £150 25 kg, £150
OPTION PLUS - FLIGHT ONLY
Pieces of baggage ECO BUDGET ECO STANDARD & ECO FLEX
First baggage   23 kg, included   23 kg, included
Second baggage1   23 kg, £30/£403   23 kg, included
Additional baggage (each)1   23 kg, £150   23 kg, £150

 

 

Package bookings

TRANSAT PACKAGES
Pieces of baggage ECONOMY CLASS CLUB CLASS
First baggage   23 kg, included   25 kg, included
Second baggage1   23 kg, £30/£403   25 kg, included
Additional baggage (each)1   23 kg, £150   25 kg, £150
OPTION PLUS - TRANSAT PACKAGES
Pieces of baggage  PACKAGES
First baggage   23 kg, included
Second baggage1   23 kg, included
Additional baggage (each)1   23 kg, £150

1Additional pieces of checked baggage (in addition to the allowance included in the fare class) are subject to space availability; prepayment does not guarantee they will be accepted on board.
2Prices for the first piece of checked baggage vary between £20 if prepaid and £25 if paid within 24 hours of departure.
3Prices for the second piece of checked baggage vary between £30 if prepaid and £40 if paid within 24 hours of departure.
Prices and weights indicated are valid per flight segment. Applicable taxes are not included.

More details about checked baggage

If your checked baggage exceeds the allowed size and/or weight, additional fees will apply.

Oversized baggage

A checked bag can be up to 158 cm in linear dimensions (length + width + height). If your bag exceeds this size (up to a maximum of 292 cm), an additional fee of CA $100 (US $100 / €80 / £65) will apply.
 

Overweight baggage

A checked bag can weigh up to:

  • Economy Class: 23 kg (all destinations)
  • Club Class: 25 kg for the South, USA and within Canada; 32 kg for Europe (two checked bags allowed)

If your bag exceeds the allowed weight (up to a maximum of 32 kg), an additional fee of CA $100 (US $100 / €80 / £65) will apply.

If a piece of baggage is both oversized and overweight, both fees will apply. Please note that you cannot prepay for oversized or overweight bags; you must pay for these at the airport.
 

Cargo

If your bag measures more than 292 cm and weighs more than 32 kg, please contact our Cargo department Will open in a separate browser window.
 

Other details

Please take a moment to review the contents of your luggage, as some items may be restricted and pose a potential hazard on board the aircraft.

Fragile or perishable items will not be accepted in checked baggage. These items include:

  • Medication or medical devices
  • Currency
  • Jewellery
  • Silverware
  • Electronics
  • Laptop computers
  • Personal audio/video devices
  • Marketable securities
  • Business samples
  • Other valuables (other than clothing)
    Any such items declared or found in checked baggage shall be subject to removal prior to the baggage in question being accepted for carriage by the Carrier.

The Carrier shall not be liable for damage to fragile, valuable or perishable items where such damage resulted from the inherent defect, quality, or vice of the item in question. Unsuitably or inadequately packed items will be accepted at the Carrier’s discretion and, where accepted, compensation may be denied as a result of the aforementioned factors. The Carrier assumes no liability for the delay in delivery of any perishable items accepted as checked baggage unless it has failed to take all reasonable measures to avoid such delay.
See Liability limitations below.

Baggage fees, maximum weight and number of bags allowed

 

 

Flight bookings

FLIGHT ONLY
Pieces of baggage ECO BUDGET ECO STANDARD & ECO FLEX CLUB CLASS
First baggage 23 kg, $65/$802 23 kg, included 32 kg, included
Second baggage1 23 kg, $100/$1153 Eco Standard: 23 kg, $100/$1153
Eco Flex: 23 kg, included		 32 kg, included
Additional baggage (each)1 23 kg, $225 23 kg, $225 32 kg, $225
OPTION PLUS - FLIGHT ONLY
Pieces of baggage ECO BUDGET ECO STANDARD & ECO FLEX
First baggage   23 kg, included   23 kg, included
Second baggage1   23 kg, $100/$1153   23 kg, included
Additional baggage (each)1   23 kg, $225   23 kg, $225

 

 

Package bookings

TRANSAT PACKAGES
Pieces of baggage ECONOMY CLASS CLUB CLASS
First baggage   23 kg, included   32 kg, included
Second baggage1   23 kg, $100/$1153   32 kg, included
Additional baggage (each)1   23 kg, $225   32 kg, $225
OPTION PLUS - TRANSAT PACKAGES
Pieces of baggage  PACKAGES
First baggage   23 kg, included
Second baggage1   23 kg, included
Additional baggage (each)1   23 kg, $225

1Additional pieces of checked baggage (in addition to the allowance included in the fare class) are subject to space availability; prepayment does not guarantee they will be accepted on board.
2Prices for the first piece of checked baggage vary between $65 if prepaid and $80 if paid within 24 hours of departure.
3Prices for the second piece of checked baggage vary between $100 if prepaid and $115 if paid within 24 hours of departure.
Prices and weights indicated are valid per flight segment. Applicable taxes are not included.

More details about checked baggage

If your checked baggage exceeds the allowed size and/or weight, additional fees will apply.

Oversized baggage

A checked bag can be up to 158 cm in linear dimensions (length + width + height). If your bag exceeds this size (up to a maximum of 292 cm), an additional fee of CA $100 (US $100 / €80 / £65) will apply.
 

Overweight baggage

A checked bag can weigh up to:

  • Economy Class: 23 kg (all destinations)
  • Club Class: 25 kg for the South, USA and within Canada; 32 kg for Europe (two checked bags allowed)

If your bag exceeds the allowed weight (up to a maximum of 32 kg), an additional fee of CA $100 (US $100 / €80 / £65) will apply.

If a piece of baggage is both oversized and overweight, both fees will apply. Please note that you cannot prepay for oversized or overweight bags; you must pay for these at the airport.
 

Cargo

If your bag measures more than 292 cm and weighs more than 32 kg, please contact our Cargo department Will open in a separate browser window.
 

Other details

Please take a moment to review the contents of your luggage, as some items may be restricted and pose a potential hazard on board the aircraft.

Fragile or perishable items will not be accepted in checked baggage. These items include:

  • Medication or medical devices
  • Currency
  • Jewellery
  • Silverware
  • Electronics
  • Laptop computers
  • Personal audio/video devices
  • Marketable securities
  • Business samples
  • Other valuables (other than clothing)
    Any such items declared or found in checked baggage shall be subject to removal prior to the baggage in question being accepted for carriage by the Carrier.

The Carrier shall not be liable for damage to fragile, valuable or perishable items where such damage resulted from the inherent defect, quality, or vice of the item in question. Unsuitably or inadequately packed items will be accepted at the Carrier’s discretion and, where accepted, compensation may be denied as a result of the aforementioned factors. The Carrier assumes no liability for the delay in delivery of any perishable items accepted as checked baggage unless it has failed to take all reasonable measures to avoid such delay.
See Liability limitations below.

Baggage fees, maximum weight and number of bags allowed

 

 

Flight bookings

FLIGHT ONLY
Pieces of baggage ECO BUDGET ECO STANDARD & ECO FLEX CLUB CLASS
First baggage 23 kg, €50/€652 23 kg, included 32 kg, included
Second baggage1 23 kg, €80/€903 Eco Standard: 23 kg, €80/€903
Eco Flex: 23 kg, included		 32 kg, included
Additional baggage (each)1 23 kg, €180 23 kg, €180 32 kg, €180
OPTION PLUS - FLIGHT ONLY
Pieces of baggage ECO BUDGET ECO STANDARD & ECO FLEX
First baggage   23 kg, included   23 kg, included
Second baggage1   23 kg, €80/€903   23 kg, included
Additional baggage (each)1   23 kg, €180   23 kg, €180

 

 

Package bookings

TRANSAT PACKAGES
Pieces of baggage ECONOMY CLASS CLUB CLASS
First baggage   23 kg, included   32 kg, included
Second baggage1   23 kg, €80/€903   32 kg, included
Additional baggage (each)1   23 kg, €180   32 kg, €180
OPTION PLUS - TRANSAT PACKAGES
Pieces of baggage  PACKAGES
First baggage   23 kg, included
Second baggage1   23 kg, included
Additional baggage (each)1   23 kg, €180

1Additional pieces of checked baggage (in addition to the allowance included in the fare class) are subject to space availability; prepayment does not guarantee they will be accepted on board.
2Prices for the first piece of checked baggage vary between €50 if prepaid and €65 if paid within 24 hours of departure.
3Prices for the second piece of checked baggage vary between €80 if prepaid and €90 if paid within 24 hours of departure.
Prices and weights indicated are valid per flight segment. Applicable taxes are not included.

More details about checked baggage

If your checked baggage exceeds the allowed size and/or weight, additional fees will apply.

Oversized baggage

A checked bag can be up to 158 cm in linear dimensions (length + width + height). If your bag exceeds this size (up to a maximum of 292 cm), an additional fee of CA $100 (US $100 / €80 / £65) will apply.
 

Overweight baggage

A checked bag can weigh up to:

  • Economy Class: 23 kg (all destinations)
  • Club Class: 25 kg for the South, USA and within Canada; 32 kg for Europe (two checked bags allowed)

If your bag exceeds the allowed weight (up to a maximum of 32 kg), an additional fee of CA $100 (US $100 / €80 / £65) will apply.

If a piece of baggage is both oversized and overweight, both fees will apply. Please note that you cannot prepay for oversized or overweight bags; you must pay for these at the airport.
 

Cargo

If your bag measures more than 292 cm and weighs more than 32 kg, please contact our Cargo department Will open in a separate browser window.
 

Other details

Please take a moment to review the contents of your luggage, as some items may be restricted and pose a potential hazard on board the aircraft.

Fragile or perishable items will not be accepted in checked baggage. These items include:

  • Medication or medical devices
  • Currency
  • Jewellery
  • Silverware
  • Electronics
  • Laptop computers
  • Personal audio/video devices
  • Marketable securities
  • Business samples
  • Other valuables (other than clothing)
    Any such items declared or found in checked baggage shall be subject to removal prior to the baggage in question being accepted for carriage by the Carrier.

The Carrier shall not be liable for damage to fragile, valuable or perishable items where such damage resulted from the inherent defect, quality, or vice of the item in question. Unsuitably or inadequately packed items will be accepted at the Carrier’s discretion and, where accepted, compensation may be denied as a result of the aforementioned factors. The Carrier assumes no liability for the delay in delivery of any perishable items accepted as checked baggage unless it has failed to take all reasonable measures to avoid such delay.
See Liability limitations below.

Baggage fees, maximum weight and number of bags allowed

 

 

Flight bookings

FLIGHT ONLY
Pieces of baggage ECO BUDGET ECO STANDARD & ECO FLEX CLUB CLASS
First baggage 23 kg, $65/$802 23 kg, included 32 kg, included
Second baggage1 23 kg, $100/$1153 Eco Standard: 23 kg, $100/$1153
Eco Flex: 23 kg, included		 32 kg, included
Additional baggage (each)1 23 kg, $225 23 kg, $225 32 kg, $225
OPTION PLUS - FLIGHT ONLY
Pieces of baggage ECO BUDGET ECO STANDARD & ECO FLEX
First baggage   23 kg, included   23 kg, included
Second baggage1   23 kg, $100/$1153   23 kg, included
Additional baggage (each)1   23 kg, $225   23 kg, $225

 

 

Package bookings

TRANSAT PACKAGES
Pieces of baggage ECONOMY CLASS CLUB CLASS
First baggage   23 kg, included   32 kg, included
Second baggage1   23 kg, $100/$1153   32 kg, included
Additional baggage (each)1   23 kg, $225   32 kg, $225
OPTION PLUS - TRANSAT PACKAGES
Pieces of baggage  PACKAGES
First baggage   23 kg, included
Second baggage1   23 kg, included
Additional baggage (each)1   23 kg, $225

1Additional pieces of checked baggage (in addition to the allowance included in the fare class) are subject to space availability; prepayment does not guarantee they will be accepted on board.
2Prices for the first piece of checked baggage vary between $65 if prepaid and $80 if paid within 24 hours of departure.
3Prices for the second piece of checked baggage vary between $100 if prepaid and $115 if paid within 24 hours of departure.
Prices and weights indicated are valid per flight segment. Applicable taxes are not included.

More details about checked baggage

If your checked baggage exceeds the allowed size and/or weight, additional fees will apply.

Oversized baggage

A checked bag can be up to 158 cm in linear dimensions (length + width + height). If your bag exceeds this size (up to a maximum of 292 cm), an additional fee of CA $100 (US $100 / €80 / £65) will apply.
 

Overweight baggage

A checked bag can weigh up to:

  • Economy Class: 23 kg (all destinations)
  • Club Class: 25 kg for the South, USA and within Canada; 32 kg for Europe (two checked bags allowed)

If your bag exceeds the allowed weight (up to a maximum of 32 kg), an additional fee of CA $100 (US $100 / €80 / £65) will apply.

If a piece of baggage is both oversized and overweight, both fees will apply. Please note that you cannot prepay for oversized or overweight bags; you must pay for these at the airport.
 

Cargo

If your bag measures more than 292 cm and weighs more than 32 kg, please contact our Cargo department Will open in a separate browser window.
 

Other details

Please take a moment to review the contents of your luggage, as some items may be restricted and pose a potential hazard on board the aircraft.

Fragile or perishable items will not be accepted in checked baggage. These items include:

  • Medication or medical devices
  • Currency
  • Jewellery
  • Silverware
  • Electronics
  • Laptop computers
  • Personal audio/video devices
  • Marketable securities
  • Business samples
  • Other valuables (other than clothing)
    Any such items declared or found in checked baggage shall be subject to removal prior to the baggage in question being accepted for carriage by the Carrier.

The Carrier shall not be liable for damage to fragile, valuable or perishable items where such damage resulted from the inherent defect, quality, or vice of the item in question. Unsuitably or inadequately packed items will be accepted at the Carrier’s discretion and, where accepted, compensation may be denied as a result of the aforementioned factors. The Carrier assumes no liability for the delay in delivery of any perishable items accepted as checked baggage unless it has failed to take all reasonable measures to avoid such delay.
See Liability limitations below.

Baggage fees, maximum weight and number of bags allowed

 

 

Flight bookings

FLIGHT ONLY
Pieces of baggage ECO BUDGET ECO STANDARD & ECO FLEX CLUB CLASS
First baggage 23 kg, £45/£552 23 kg, included 32 kg, included
Second baggage1 23 kg, £65/£753 Eco Standard: 23 kg, £65/£753
Eco Flex: 23 kg, included		 32 kg, included
Additional baggage (each)1 23 kg, £150 23 kg, £150 32 kg, £150
OPTION PLUS - FLIGHT ONLY
Pieces of baggage ECO BUDGET ECO STANDARD & ECO FLEX
First baggage   23 kg, included   23 kg, included
Second baggage1   23 kg, £65/£753   23 kg, included
Additional baggage (each)1   23 kg, £150   23 kg, £150

 

 

Package bookings

TRANSAT PACKAGES
Pieces of baggage ECONOMY CLASS CLUB CLASS
First baggage   23 kg, included   32 kg, included
Second baggage1   23 kg, £65/£753   32 kg, included
Additional baggage (each)1   23 kg, £150   32 kg, £150
OPTION PLUS - TRANSAT PACKAGES
Pieces of baggage  PACKAGES
First baggage   23 kg, included
Second baggage1   23 kg, included
Additional baggage (each)1   23 kg, £150

1Additional pieces of checked baggage (in addition to the allowance included in the fare class) are subject to space availability; prepayment does not guarantee they will be accepted on board.
2Prices for the first piece of checked baggage vary between £45 if prepaid and £55 if paid within 24 hours of departure.
3Prices for the second piece of checked baggage vary between £65 if prepaid and £75 if paid within 24 hours of departure.
Prices and weights indicated are valid per flight segment. Applicable taxes are not included.

More details about checked baggage

If your checked baggage exceeds the allowed size and/or weight, additional fees will apply.

Oversized baggage

A checked bag can be up to 158 cm in linear dimensions (length + width + height). If your bag exceeds this size (up to a maximum of 292 cm), an additional fee of CA $100 (US $100 / €80 / £65) will apply.
 

Overweight baggage

A checked bag can weigh up to:

  • Economy Class: 23 kg (all destinations)
  • Club Class: 25 kg for the South, USA and within Canada; 32 kg for Europe (two checked bags allowed)

If your bag exceeds the allowed weight (up to a maximum of 32 kg), an additional fee of CA $100 (US $100 / €80 / £65) will apply.

If a piece of baggage is both oversized and overweight, both fees will apply. Please note that you cannot prepay for oversized or overweight bags; you must pay for these at the airport.
 

Cargo

If your bag measures more than 292 cm and weighs more than 32 kg, please contact our Cargo department Will open in a separate browser window.
 

Other details

Please take a moment to review the contents of your luggage, as some items may be restricted and pose a potential hazard on board the aircraft.

Fragile or perishable items will not be accepted in checked baggage. These items include:

  • Medication or medical devices
  • Currency
  • Jewellery
  • Silverware
  • Electronics
  • Laptop computers
  • Personal audio/video devices
  • Marketable securities
  • Business samples
  • Other valuables (other than clothing)
    Any such items declared or found in checked baggage shall be subject to removal prior to the baggage in question being accepted for carriage by the Carrier.

The Carrier shall not be liable for damage to fragile, valuable or perishable items where such damage resulted from the inherent defect, quality, or vice of the item in question. Unsuitably or inadequately packed items will be accepted at the Carrier’s discretion and, where accepted, compensation may be denied as a result of the aforementioned factors. The Carrier assumes no liability for the delay in delivery of any perishable items accepted as checked baggage unless it has failed to take all reasonable measures to avoid such delay.
See Liability limitations below.


Save up to 25% when prepaying for your checked bags.
*At least 24 hours before departure. Certain conditions apply; consult our baggage policy.


What articles can I bring?

Infants travelling on an adult's lap do not have a baggage allowance; however, 1 stroller and 1 car or booster seat per child/infant are accepted free of charge. No substitutions permitted.

Additional items (such as a playpen, additional car or booster seats, etc.) exceeding your free checked baggage allowance (weight, size and/or number of pieces permitted) will be subject to excess baggage charges.

Parent/guardian may carry diaper bag in addition to regular carry-on, containing supplies needed for duration of flight.

About the baggage policy that applies to children's Car Seat.
Quantity 1 per child/infant
Size Regular size
Weight Regular weight
Cost Free within size, piece and weight limits. One car or booster seat accepted at no charge per travelling child/infant. Additional car seats are subject to excess baggage charges, if the free baggage allowance (weight and/or pieces permitted) is exceeded.
Details

Children under 18 kg (40 lb) will be safer and more comfortable on board when secured in an approved car seat or C.A.R.E.S.* device.

Note: Booster seats or vest-type restraint systems do not provide sufficient protection on airplanes for small children. Thus, they are not approved for airline use!

Approved car seats:

Canadian-made: The seat must be manufactured after Jan. 1, 1981 and must display inspection label.

  • CMVSS 213 or 213.1 Canada

U.S.A.-made: The seat must be manufactured after Feb. 26, 1985 and must display these labels:

  • This child restraint system conforms to all applicable Federal motor Vehicle Safety Standards.

    AND
  • This restraint is certified for use in motor vehicles and aircraft.

Europe-made: Restraint system manufactured to the UN ECE standard (Europe) must bear two labels:

  • An international approval label consisting of a circle surrounding the letter “E” followed by the distinguishing number of the country that has granted approval (reflects UN standard ECE R 44, revision 03 or later).
  • A second label that states it is approved for use in aircraft.

Car seats manufactured in any other country are not approved for use on board.

*C.A.R.E.S (child aviation restraint system): The AmSafe C.A.R.E.S device can be used by children between the ages of 1 and 4, weighing between 10-20 kg (22-44 lb) and whose height is 100 cm (40 in) or less.

 

About the baggage policy that applies to children's folding playpen.
Size Regular size
Weight Regular weight
Cost If the playpen and all other checked baggage exceed the free baggage allowance (weight, size and/or number of pieces permitted), excess baggage charges will apply.
Details

Please ensure that equipment is properly wrapped/secured for transport to prevent loss or damage.

Not accepted as carry-on baggage.
About the baggage policy that applies to children's stroller.
Quantity 1 per child/infant
Size Regular size
Weight Maximum: 23Kg
Cost Free within size, piece and weight limits. One stroller accepted at no charge per travelling child/infant. Additional strollers are subject to excess baggage charges, if the free baggage allowance (weight and/or pieces permitted) is exceeded.
Details Gate Delivery Service: At most airports, passengers travelling with a baby stroller can take it right to the boarding gate and collect it at the aircraft door at the end of their flight.

Please ensure that checked equipment is properly wrapped/secured for transport to prevent loss or damage.
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This service is not available in Cancun, Punta Cana, Cuba, Portugal, Spain, Rome, London and Zagreb. Complimentary strollers will be available on arrival, in Portugal, London, Zagreb and Spain, except in Barcelona. Passengers will still be able to check in their strollers free of charge at the counter and recuperate them at the baggage carousel at destination.   
About the baggage policy that applies to children's strollers, carry-on baggage.
Details Compact, foldable strollers that do not exceed our standard carry-on dimensions (23 x 40 x 51 cm / 9 x 16 x 20 inches) may be taken into the passenger cabin in lieu of a regular carry-on bag.

Bringing your own sports equipment with you on your trip? Prepay for it up to 72 hours before departure by calling us at +1-514-636-3630 or 1-877-TRANSAT (872-6728), as space is limited. Prepaying for sports equipment does not guarantee it will be accepted on board. It is subject to available space. Please confirm with an agent at airport check-in.

Sports equipment bags or cases can only carry sporting goods; any additional items (clothing, personal items, etc.) will not be accepted.

Read on for all you need to know before you go.


Quantity
1 bicycle

Fees

  • Europe:
    • $75 if prepaid (US $75 / €60 / £50)
    • $100 if paid at the airport (US $100 / €80 / £65)
  • South, USA and within Canada:
    • $50 if prepaid (US $50 / €40 / £32)
    • $75 if paid at the airport (US $75 / €60 / £50)
  • No overweight or oversized fees applicable

Prices are per item, per flight segment. A large plastic bag, available at all Air Transat check-in counters, is included.

Weight
Maximum 32 kg (70 lb) (including bicycle bag/box)

Details
The bicycle must be placed in a sturdy bag or box. Handlebars must be turned sideways and secured, the tires deflated, and the pedals removed. A bicycle helmet is accepted free of charge.

Canoes and kayaks are not accepted at check-in counters, however our Cargo department  Will open in a separate browser window will be pleased to assist you. Transportation charges apply.

Quantity
1 tent, 2 sleeping bags, camping gear

Fees
Standard baggage fees apply.* Overweight fee: $100. Oversized fee: $100. See our Weight – Dimensions section for details on maximum weight and size.

*The fees are the same as those for standard bags, but the prepayment policy is not: while you can prepay for standard bags up to 24 hours before departure, you can only prepay for sports equipment up to 72 hours before departure.

Details
Please also see other restricted/prohibited sporting equipment.

Quantity
1 tackle box, reels and rods

Fees
Standard baggage fees apply.* Overweight fee: $100. Oversized fee: $100. See our Weight – Dimensions section for details on maximum weight and size.

*The fees are the same as those for standard bags, but the prepayment policy is not: while you can prepay for standard bags up to 24 hours before departure, you can only prepay for sports equipment up to 72 hours before departure.

Details
For speargun transportation requirements, please see important information on firearms in our Restricted – Prohibited Items section.
 

Quantity
1 golf bag, 14 clubs, 12 balls, 1 pair of golf shoes

Fees
Standard baggage fees apply.* Overweight fee: $100. No oversized fee applicable. See our Weight – Dimensions section for details on maximum weight and size.

*The fees are the same as those for standard bags, but the prepayment policy is not: while you can prepay for standard bags up to 24 hours before departure, you can only prepay for sports equipment up to 72 hours before departure.

Fees
Standard baggage fees apply.* Overweight fee: $100. Oversized fee: $100. See our Weight – Dimensions section for details on maximum weight and size.

*The fees are the same as those for standard bags, but the prepayment policy is not: while you can prepay for standard bags up to 24 hours before departure, you can only prepay for sports equipment up to 72 hours before departure.

Details
Please see important information on firearms in our Restricted – Prohibited Items section.

Quantity
1 kiteboard, 1 power kite, 1 helmet

Fees
Standard baggage fees apply.* Overweight fee: $100. No oversized fee applicable. See our Weight – Dimensions section for details on maximum weight and size.

*The fees are the same as those for standard bags, but the prepayment policy is not: while you can prepay for standard bags up to 24 hours before departure, you can only prepay for sports equipment up to 72 hours before departure.

Motorized equipment is not accepted at check-in counters; however, our Cargo department Will open in a separate browser window will be pleased to assist you. Transportation charges apply

Quantity
1 empty O2 tank, 1 tank harness, 1 pressure gauge, 1 mask, 1 regulator, 1 pair of fins, 1 wetsuit or dry suit, 1 pair of aqua shoes/booties, 1 buoyancy compensator, 1 snorkel

Fees
Standard baggage fees apply.* Overweight fee: $100. Oversized fee: $100. See our Weight – Dimensions section for details on maximum weight and size.

*The fees are the same as those for standard bags, but the prepayment policy is not: while you can prepay for standard bags up to 24 hours before departure, you can only prepay for sports equipment up to 72 hours before departure.

Details
The O2 tank must be completely empty and the pressure gauge protected.

Quantity
1 pair of skis, 1 pair of boots, 2 poles, 1 helmet OR 1 snowboard, 1 pair of snowboard boots, 1 helmet

Fees
Standard baggage fees apply.* Overweight fee: $100. No oversized fee applicable. See our Weight – Dimensions section for details on maximum weight and size.

*The fees are the same as those for standard bags, but the prepayment policy is not: while you can prepay for standard bags up to 24 hours before departure, you can only prepay for sports equipment up to 72 hours before departure.

Details
Pole tips must be covered. Place your skis/snowboard and poles in a ski/snowboard bag and your boots in a separate bag.

Quantity
1 mast and 1 sail (packed together but separately from the board), 1 board (inflatable or not), 1 paddle, 1 helmet

Dimensions
Maximum 3.65 m (12 ft) long

Weight
Maximum 32 kg (70 lb)

Fees

  • Europe, South, USA and within Canada:
    • $100 if prepaid (US $100 / €80 / £65)
    • $115 if paid at the airport (US $115 / €90 / £75)
  • No overweight or oversized fees applicable

Quantity
1 bag, 2 sticks taped together

Fees
Standard baggage fees apply.* Overweight fee: $100. No oversized fee applicable. See our Weight – Dimensions section for details on maximum weight and size.

*The fees are the same as those for standard bags, but the prepayment policy is not: while you can prepay for standard bags up to 24 hours before departure, you can only prepay for sports equipment up to 72 hours before departure.

Fees
Standard baggage fees apply.* Overweight fee: $100. Oversized fee: $100. See our Weight – Dimensions section for details on maximum weight and size.

*The fees are the same as those for standard bags, but the prepayment policy is not: while you can prepay for standard bags up to 24 hours before departure, you can only prepay for sports equipment up to 72 hours before departure.

Details
If your bag/sport equipment measures more than 292 cm and weighs more than 32 kg (70 lb), please contact our Cargo department Will open in a separate browser window.

Please also see other restricted/prohibited sporting equipment.

About the baggage policy that applies to CPAP machine (for sleep apnea).
Size 23 x 40 x 51 cm (9 x 16 x 20 in) (including handles and wheels)
Weight Regular weight
Cost Free of charge
Details

A CPAP (Continuous Positive Airway Pressure) machine will be accepted as a carry-on if it meets our standard carry-on dimensions. Due to the excess weight of these machines, we ask that you limit your other carry-on items to the minimum that is required for your personal needs during flight. Please note that your medical equipment must be equipped with an independent power source (i.e., battery-powered) should you wish to use it during your flight. Air Transat regrets we are unable to provide you with power from any source.

Note: A limited quantity of distilled water used by this device is exempt from the liquid restrictions for carry-on baggage. We recommend that passengers carry supporting documentation from their doctor to facilitate security screening.
About the baggage policy that applies to medical equipment other than wheelchairs.
Details

Exceptions may be made for medical equipment required during flight. Please contact us to make arrangements.

See details in our special needs and medical equipment section.
About the baggage policy that applies to supplemental medical oxygen.
Details Should you require supplemental medical oxygen, please refer to our special needs and medical equipment section.
About the baggage policy that applies to Walker.
Cost Free of charge
Details Facilities permitting, you may use your walker until you board the aircraft, at which time our agent will ensure it is transferred to the cargo hold.
About the baggage policy that applies to manual Wheelchair.
Quantity No limit
Size Regular size
Weight Regular weight
Cost Free of charge for personal use
Details

Must be securely closed/folded and placed in a sturdy bag. A sturdy plastic bag will be provided at all Air Transat check-in counters at no charge. The bag measures 101 cm x 162 cm (40 in x 64 in), with 55 cm (22 in) gussets.

Oversize wheelchairs: As security facilities vary between airports, please contact us well in advance of your travel date so that we may ensure proper arrangements are made.

See details in special needs and medical equipment.
Baggage policy that applies to motorized wheelchair.
Details

Must be securely closed/folded and placed in a sturdy bag. A sturdy plastic bag will be provided at all Air Transat check-in counters at no charge. The bag measures 101 cm x 162 cm (40 in x 64 in), with 55 cm (22 in) gussets.

Oversize wheelchairs: As security facilities vary between airports, please contact us well in advance of your travel date so that we may ensure proper arrangements are made.

See details in special needs and medical equipment.

For more information, consult our dangerous goods and prohibited items section.

Baggage policy that applies to musical instrument, carry-on.
  Economy Class
Dimensions 23 x 40 x 51 cm (9 x 16 x 20 in) (including wheels and handles)
Cost Free within size, piece and weight limits
Details

Instruments exceeding this size or weight must be checked. It is important to note that a musical instrument in the cabin replaces the carry-on baggage allowed.
Baggage policy that applies to musical instrument (checked baggage).
Weight Maximum 23 kg (51 lb)
Cost If the musical instrument exceeds the quantity/dimensions/weight of the carry on baggage allowance, it becomes part of your checked baggage allowance, which when exceeded is subject to any applicable excess baggage charges.
Details

To prevent any damage, we advise storing the musical instrument in a protective hard case.

Stowage space in the cabin is very limited, therefore not available for the transportation of musical instruments.

For information on individual pieces of baggage exceeding 32 kg (70 lb) in weight, contact our Cargo department Will open in a separate browser window.

It is highly recommended that you purchase travel insurance prior to your trip, to cover all such goods. Consult your travel or insurance agent.
Baggage policy that applies to musical instrument occupying a purchased seat.
Details This service is not offered on Air Transat flights.

Baggage policy that applies to Wedding dress.
Quantity 1 per person
Size Not exceeding 135 x 60 cm (53 x 23.5 in)
Weight Regular weight
Cost Free of charge
Details

Exceptionally, a wedding dress in a non-rigid garment bag, with measurements not to exceed 135 x 60 cm (53 x 23.5 in), may be carried on board, and can be laid out or gently rolled up in the overhead bin.

There are no closet facilities on board our aircraft.

The dress may be carried in addition to a regular-sized carry-on bag.

For more information, please refer to Pets and service dogs.

Donations 

Humanitarian donations will be included in your regular baggage allowance. If the combined items and baggage exceed the free baggage allowance per person, excess baggage charges will apply. In addition, passengers are responsible for any import procedures or applicable customs duties at the destination.

If you wish to send donations to charitable organizations that Air Transat supports, you can do so via our local cargo facility. Will open in a separate browser window

Donations must be brought a minimum of 72 hours before departure to the local Air Transat cargo area. As cargo facilities are not located in the airport terminal, please call ahead for the location, rates and related information.

Food products 

Check with the Department of Agriculture of your destination country for regulations and restrictions in effect with regard to importing or exporting food products.

Please note that it is prohibited to bring meat, dairy and many other food products into the European Union.

For more information, see the travelling with food products section.

Baggage policy that applies to electronic cigarette and nicotine inhaler.
Details Electronic cigarettes are allowed provided they remain stowed and unused in your carry-on baggage. Carriage in checked baggage is prohibited. Specific country restrictions may also apply.
Baggage policy that applies to Laptop computer.
Quantity 1 per person
Size Standard laptop case
Cost Free of charge
Details

The laptop may be carried in addition to a regular-sized carry-on bag.

See Liability limitations below.
Baggage policy that applies to Urn (human remains).
Size May be transported in your carry-on bag (23 x 40 x 51 cm (9 x 16 x 20 in) including wheels and handles) or in your checked baggage.
Cost Free of charge within weight and size limits
Details

The urn must be able to pass the x-ray at the security checkpoint (in carry-on or checked baggage). If it can be x-rayed and security can see the contents, it will be allowed in the cabin. If the contents cannot be viewed by x-ray, the urn will be refused for transport and must be shipped via alternate means such as air cargo or mail.

Urns made of plastic, cardboard or cloth are recommended.

Passengers must present the cremation and the death certificates at check-in as well as security checkpoints.
Baggage policy that applies to knee defenders.
Details Knee defenders and/or other similar devices restricting seat recline are not permitted for use on board Air Transat or our partner airlines.
Baggage policy that applies to lithium batteries.
Details Air Transat will not accept any Small lithium battery-powered vehicles in either checked baggage or carry-on baggage due to safety concerns associated to the lithium batteries that power them.
  • Vehicles not accepted include hoverboards, electric skateboards, airwheels, mini-Segways and balance wheels.
Please click here for lithium battery powered mobility aids.


What are our liability limitations?

As Air Transat is not a signatory of the IATA Interline Agreement, we are unable to accept baggage transferred from another airline, nor can we transfer it to another airline. To ensure your baggage travels with you, please present all of your checked baggage to us at your airport of departure when you check in. Air Transat cannot be responsible for baggage that is not checked in at that time. We thank you for your understanding.

Fragile or perishable articles, including medication or medical devices, money, jewellery, silverware, electronics, laptop computers, personal audio/video devices, negotiable documents, securities, samples of business documents or other valuables (other than articles of clothing) shall not be accepted as checked baggage. Any such items declared or found in checked baggage shall be subject to removal prior to the baggage in question being accepted for carriage by the Carrier.

The Carrier shall not be liable for damage to fragile, valuable or perishable items where such damage is the result of the inherent defect, quality or vice of the item in question. Unsuitably or inadequately packed items will be accepted at the Carrier’s discretion and, where accepted, compensation may be denied as a result of the afore-mentioned factors.

The Carrier assumes no liability for the delay in delivery of any perishable items accepted as checked baggage unless it has failed to take all reasonable measures to avoid such delay.

It is highly recommended that you purchase travel insurance prior to your trip, to cover all such goods. Consult your travel or insurance agent.

Air Transat will do everything possible to carry your checked luggage on the same flight as you. However, should your checked baggage be carried on a subsequent flight (for safety, security or operational reasons), rest assured that it will be delivered to you free of charge, as rapidly as possible, unless applicable laws require you to be present for Customs clearance.

 

Currencies accepted

Rates are fixed and collected in the currency shown below. At Air Transat counters we accept Visa, MasterCard or American Express only.

• Departures from Canada: Canadian dollars
• Departures from United States, Caribbean, Latin & South Americas, Mexico: U.S. dollars
• Departures from U.K.: Pounds Sterling
• Departures from Europe (including French West Indies) and Republic of Ireland: Euros / local currency where required

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